Maintenance Mechanic III - Graveyard/Third/Overnight Shift

Columbia Sportswear Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Sportswear Company in Portland Distribution Center is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic III to maintain and repair equipment with a focus on conveyors and sorters, ensuring motors, lighting, and plumbing are in top condition.

The role requires hands-on mechanical aptitude, 5–7 years of warehouse equipment experience, and a commitment to safety and teamwork in a dynamic distribution environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience maintaining warehouse equipment.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols including hazard communication, lockout/tagout, and emergency procedures.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, stand for long periods, and move freely throughout the facility.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and a strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on warehouse and office equipment, including conveyors, forklifts, racking, lighting, fire protection, and plumbing systems.
• Maintain detailed logs of all maintenance activities.
• Complete tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager in a safe and timely manner.
• Occasionally perform light janitorial duties and other facility-related tasks.
• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Foster open, positive communication across departments to support smooth operations.

Skills

Maintenance

Safety protocols

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Tools

Conveyor systems

Forklifts

Lighting systems

Plumbing

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic III – Columbia Sportswear Distribution Center

Location: 7000 N Leadbetter Rd, Portland, OR 97203

Schedule: Graveyard Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 9:50 PM - 6:20 AM - $1.50/hour shift differential

OUTGROWN YOUR BACKYARD? COME PLAY IN OURS.

At Columbia Sportswear, we’re as passionate about the outdoors as you are. While our gear reaches across the globe, our roots remain firmly planted in the Pacific Northwest - a region rich with natural beauty and adventure. Inspired by our founder Gert Boyle’s famous words - "It's perfect. Now make it better." - we’re relentless in our pursuit of improvement. We protect the outdoors, empower people to explore it, and believe in the power of our team to make a difference.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Maintenance Mechanic III at our Portland Distribution Center, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our operations running smoothly. You’ll maintain and repair a variety of equipment, with a focus on conveyor and sorter systems, ensuring everything from motors to lighting and plumbing is in top shape.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on warehouse and office equipment, including conveyors, forklifts, racking, lighting, fire protection, and plumbing systems.
• Maintain detailed logs of all maintenance activities.
• Complete tasks assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor/Manager in a safe and timely manner.
• Occasionally perform light janitorial duties and other facility-related tasks.
• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds regularly.
• Foster open, positive communication across departments to support smooth operations.

WHO YOU ARE

• Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving environment.
• A strong collaborator who communicates effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Able to manage time and workload efficiently under pressure.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 5-7 years of experience maintaining warehouse equipment.
• Solid understanding of safety protocols including hazard communication, lockout/tagout, and emergency procedures.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, stand for long periods, and move freely throughout the facility.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and a strong mechanical aptitude.

Ready to take your skills to the next level in a company that values innovation, teamwork, and the great outdoors?

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.

Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please notify your recruiter.

At Columbia Sportswear Company, we’re proud to offer regular full‑time employees a benefits package that includes a variety of services and products to help make your life and work more rewarding. Our benefit programs contribute to overall employee well‑being by aligning those programs with the fundamental elements of well‑being: physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community. Benefits that can protect your family’s financial future and help you save money through our 401k plan plus a generous company match. Columbia offers medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and an assortment of voluntary benefit offerings (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal services). In addition, Columbia offers EAP + which is free and confidential 24/7/365 counseling services. We have extensive wellness benefits, employee discounts and a generous time off program available.

If you need an accommodation/adjustment to successfully complete and submit your application, please reach out to [e-mail] with the Subject: Applicant Assistance Requested.

Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company is a global leader in designing, sourcing, marketing, and distributing outdoor and active lifestyle apparel, footwear, accessories, and equipment. Our four primary brands - Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, SOREL, and prAna - complement each other to address the diverse needs of active consumers and their products have gained an international reputation for their innovation, quality and performance. Learn more about our family of brands here.